Deck 11: Chronic Diseases

Question 1

Which condition is occurring when the heart is still pumping but is not getting enough blood to the body's organs and tissues?

A)heart attack
B)heart failure
C)cardiac arrest
D)hypertension

Answer 1

B

Question 2

In which condition does the heart usually keep beating,but the blood supply to it is blocked?

A)heart attack
B)arrhythmia
C)cardiac arrest
D)angina pectoris

Answer 2

A

Question 3

Systolic pressure refers to

A)the force when the heart contracts.
B)the force between beats when the heart is at rest.
C)having a weak heart.
D)high blood pressure.

Answer 3

A

Question 4

Which term refers to the force of blood pushing against the walls of the blood vessels?

A)systolic pressure
B)diastolic pressure
C)hypertension
D)blood pressure

Question 5

A change in the normal pattern of the heartbeat is called

A)angina pectoris.
B)distress.
C)heart attack.
D)arrhythmia.

Question 6

Angina pectoris is

A)a general hardening of or loss of elasticity in the arteries.
B)a buildup of fats,cholesterol,and other cellular waste products.
C)a blocked blood supply.
D)chest pain typically resulting from reduced blood supply to the heart.

Question 7

Diastolic pressure refers to

A)the force when the heart contracts.
B)the force between beats,when the heart is at rest.
C)having a weak heart.
D)high blood pressure.

Question 8

Which kind of stroke occurs when a blood vessel bursts?

A)ischemic stroke
B)hemorrhagic stroke
C)transient ischemic attack
D)hypertension

Question 9

Coronary artery disease is characterized by

A)inhibited blood flow in the arteries.
B)abnormal heart rhythms.
C)sudden temporary cessation of the heartbeat.
D)interruption of the blood and oxygen supply to the brain.

Question 10

Which form of cardiovascular disease causes the most deaths in America each year?

A)stroke
B)coronary artery disease
C)heart failure
D)arteriosclerosis

Question 11

Sustained high blood pressure is a condition called

A)hypertension.
B)heart failure.
C)heart attack.
D)arteriosclerosis.

Question 12

Which kind of stroke occurs when an artery supplying blood is blocked by a blood clot?

A)ischemic stroke
B)hemorrhagic stroke
C)transient ischemic attack
D)hypertension

Question 13

A sudden loss of responsiveness,pulse,and blood pressure is known as

A)heart attack.
B)arrhythmia.
C)cardiac arrest.
D)angina pectoris.

Question 14

Which of the following defines arteriosclerosis?

A)a general hardening of or loss of elasticity in the arteries
B)a buildup of fats,cholesterol,and other cellular waste products
C)a blocked blood supply
D)chest pain typically resulting from reduced blood supply to the heart

Question 15

Which of the following diseases is the number-three cause of death in America and a leading cause of serious disability?

A)stroke
B)hypertension
C)heart failure
D)cancer

Question 16

Plaque buildup in the arteries of the limbs is called

A)peripheral artery disease.
B)hypertension.
C)heart failure.
D)ischemic stroke.

Question 17

Which term refers to different conditions involving the valves in the heart?

A)heart disease
B)hypotension
C)heart murmur
D)arteriosclerosis

Question 18

Another name for a "mini-stroke" is

A)ischemic stroke.
B)hemorrhagic stroke.
C)transient ischemic attack.
D)hypertension.

Question 19

A heart valve that is floppy or bulges slightly indicates a condition called

A)heart disease.
B)mitral valve prolapse.
C)heart murmur.
D)arteriosclerosis.

Question 20

Which condition is usually fatal unless immediately treated with CPR or an electrical shock to the heart?

A)heart attack
B)arrhythmia
C)cardiac arrest
D)angina pectoris

Question 21

One risk factor for cardiovascular disease that cannot be changed is

A)diet.
B)age.
C)weight.
D)stress.

Question 22

Justin was on the phone with his grandmother.He noticed that she was having trouble speaking,and Justin was having difficulty understanding her.These warning signs are typical of what problem?

A)cardiovascular disease
B)cardiac arrest
C)stroke
D)diabetes

Question 23

Using a transducer to transmit ultrasound waves into the chest is a diagnostic test for cardiovascular disease called

A)a chest X-ray.
B)an electrocardiogram.
C)an echocardiogram.
D)computed tomography.

Question 24

Which of the following forms of cardiovascular disease is NOT caused by inherited traits?

A)cardiomyopathy
B)aneurysm
C)Marfan's syndrome
D)angina pectoris

Question 25

Which substance is known as "good" cholesterol because it carries excess cholesterol back to the liver?

A)lipids
B)low-density lipoprotein (LDL)
C)high-density lipoprotein (HDL)
D)triglycerides

Question 26

Janet has been experiencing fatigue,palpitations,and leg pain.These signs could indicate which of the following?

A)cardiovascular disease
B)stroke
C)hypertension
D)diabetes

Question 27

Which of the following is a waxy substance that occurs normally in all cells of the body?

A)sodium
B)cholesterol
C)lipid
D)trans fats

Question 28

Cynthia is concerned about her blood pressure.Which of the following is a prevention strategy that can have a positive effect on it?

A)engaging in regular physical activity
B)eating extra calories
C)smoking
D)getting less sleep

Question 29

Which of the following is recommended to limit sodium in the diet?

A)processed foods
B)fruits and vegetables
C)refined grains
D)red meat

Question 30

Improving cholesterol levels can be facilitated by

A)consuming fish two or more times per week.
B)increasing alcohol consumption.
C)lowering your fiber intake.
D)consuming trans fats instead of unsaturated fats.

Question 31

The diagnostic test for cardiovascular disease in which electrodes are placed on the skin to detect the heart's electrical signal is called

A)a chest X-ray.
B)an electrocardiogram.
C)an echocardiogram.
D)computed tomography.

Question 32

Regular moderate exercise helps control all of the following EXCEPT

A)cholesterol.
B)high blood pressure.
C)body weight.
D)age.

Question 33

Using inhalants can lead to which of the following cardiovascular issues?

A)rapid and irregular heart rhythms
B)vessel blockages
C)heart attack
D)damage to veins

Question 34

Placing electrodes on the scalp to monitor brain activity is a diagnostic test for cardiovascular disease called

A)an electroencephalogram.
B)an electrocardiogram.
C)an echocardiogram.
D)computed tomography.

Question 35

All of the following are true about smoking and cardiovascular risk EXCEPT that

A)smokers are more likely to die from heart attacks.
B)smoking increases heart rate.
C)smoking reduces the oxygen level in the blood.
D)smoking reduces blood pressure.

Question 36

Someone with elevated blood glucose levels is at danger of developing

A)metabolic syndrome.
B)diabetes.
C)cardiovascular disease.
D)All of these answers are correct.

Question 37

Dominique and John were on their way to exercise early one morning.John suddenly exclaimed that he was having chest discomfort and began sweating.These symptoms are indicative of what condition?

A)stroke
B)angina pectoris
C)heart attack
D)cardiac arrest

Question 38

One in ________ Americans will die of cardiovascular disease.

A)two
B)three
C)five
D)ten

Question 39

Which substance is known as "bad" cholesterol because it tends to deposit cholesterol on artery walls?

A)lipids
B)low-density lipoprotein (LDL)
C)high-density lipoprotein (HDL)
D)triglycerides

Question 40

Drinking too much alcohol has which of the following effects on cardiovascular risk?

A)increased blood pressure
B)atherosclerosis
C)decreased blood pressure
D)arteriosclerosis

Question 41

Which electrical device is implanted in the chest and regulates heartbeat for those with an abnormal heart rhythm?

A)electroencephalogram
B)electrocardiogram
C)pacemaker
D)computed tomography

Question 42

Diabetes is characterized by problems with the body's production of insulin,which is produced by the pancreas.

Question 43

Which disease is defined as a metabolic disorder characterized by the body's inability to produce or use insulin?

A)leukemia
B)lung cancer
C)diabetes
D)breast cancer

Question 44

Which type of diabetes occurs most often in children and young adults under age 20?

A)type 2
B)hypoglycemia
C)gestational
D)type 1

Question 45

Which form of cancer occurs in the blood-forming tissues of the body and is characterized by abnormal white blood cells,red blood cells,and platelets?

A)leukemia
B)lymphoma
C)myeloma
D)carcinoma

Question 46

Which type of diabetes occurs during pregnancy?

A)type 2
B)hypoglycemia
C)gestational
D)type 1

Question 47

Which uncommon cancer has the highest rates among males ages 15-34?

A)leukemia
B)lung cancer
C)testicular cancer
D)myeloma

Question 48

A small wire tube that is placed in an artery to help keep it open is called

A)a stent.
B)an electrocardiogram.
C)a pacemaker.
D)a coronary angioplasty.

Question 49

In the United States,the leading cause of cancer death is

A)leukemiA.
B)lung cancer.
C)skin cancer.
D)breast cancer.

Question 50

Coronary artery disease and coronary heart disease are synonymous terms.

Question 51

Having low levels of sugar in the bloodstream is called

A)diabetes.
B)hypoglycemia.
C)hyperglycemia.
D)leukemia.

Question 52

Which form of cancer originates in the cells of the immune system?

A)leukemia
B)lymphoma
C)carcinoma
D)sarcoma

Question 53

Impaired glucose tolerance is commonly called

A)diabetes.
B)hypoglycemia.
C)hyperglycemia.
D)prediabetes.

Question 54

The most common type of diabetes is

A)type 2.
B)hypoglycemia.
C)gestational.
D)type 1.

Question 55

Having high levels of sugar in the bloodstream is called

A)diabetes.
B)hypoglycemia.
C)hyperglycemia.
D)leukemia.

Question 56

The most frequently diagnosed cancer in the United States is

A)leukemiA.
B)lymphoma.
C)skin cancer.
D)breast cancer.

Question 57

A heart attack is also called a myocardial infarction.

Question 58

During cardiac arrest,the heart does not stop.

Question 59

The risk factors for cancer do NOT include which of the following behaviors?

A)cigarette smoking
B)alcohol consumption
C)poor nutrition
D)weight loss

Question 60

Chronic diseases are preventable.

Question 61

When referring to blood pressure,the bottom number is the diastolic pressure.

Question 62

Explain what makes men more susceptible than women to cardiovascular disease.

Question 63

The risk of cancer decreases with age.

Question 64

Cancer that has spread from its original site to the other parts of the body has ________.

Question 65

Solvents,pesticides,asbestos,and tobacco smoke are considered ________ because they are cancer-causing agents.

Question 66

Warning signs of a stroke include upper body discomfort,cold sweat,and nausea.

Question 67

When referring to blood pressure,the top number is the diastolic pressure.

Question 68

Explain how ethnicity plays a role in the risk for cardiovascular disease.

Question 69

People with greater abdominal fat are at a lesser risk for cardiovascular disease.

Question 70

Persons with prediabetes usually suffer no complications.

Question 71

People who carry fat in the hip area are at a greater risk for cardiovascular disease.

Question 72

People with peripheral artery disease are at increased risk for heart attack and stroke.

Question 73

Discuss the risk of cardiovascular disease as one ages.

Question 74

Discuss how stress is linked to cardiovascular disease risk.

Question 75

Some symptoms of diabetes are dry mouth,frequent urination,and increased thirst.

Question 76

The "good" cholesterol is a(n)________-density lipoprotein,which circulates in the blood and carries excess cholesterol back to the liver for elimination.

Question 77

In ________ artery disease,the arteries in the limbs are damaged or dysfunctional.

Question 78

Compare the differences between the major categories of stroke.

Question 79

Warning signs of a heart attack include numbness or weakness of the face,sudden confusion,and severe headache.

Question 80

Discuss the differences in cancer rates among racial groups in the United States.